Over the weekend, as calls for service allowed, officers in our Patrol Bureau conducted an operation in the 1700 block of Mahan Drive focusing on copper thefts and burglaries to vacant lots in the area.
During the operation, multiple officers staged around the premises and observed 43-year-old Michael Lyncker entering the property while wearing a mask. He ultimately fled from officers down an embankment and through thick brush as officers converged in on him. With the help of Air-1, Lyncker was located and taken into custody.
The subsequent investigation revealed a large amount of copper was located in Lyncker’s truck, and additional evidence was found on the scene. Additionally, officers learned Lyncker was tied to several other burglaries at the same location. He has been charged accordingly.
This arrest helped prevent the suspect from committing further crimes and is a testament to TPD’s dedication to being proactive in the community.
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